The New Jersey Institute of Local Government Attorneys will provide a full slate of CLE programs at the New Jersey State League of Municipalities Conference in Atlantic City on November 15 & 16, 2017. A complete listing of the scheduled programs, as well as the CLE credits available, is shown at the link below. All CLE programs are free to registrants of the League Conference. CLE programs

ANNUAL MEETING AND SOCIAL EVENT IN ATLANTIC CITY

NJILGA’s Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 4:30 p.m., immediately following the conclusion of the Institute’s CLE Programs at the Convention Center in Atlantic City. Agenda items include the election of one half of NJILGA’s Trustees from all vicinages in New Jersey, and such other business as may come before the meeting.

Following the Annual Meeting, the Institute’s Social Event will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Spartacus Room, 3rd Floor at Caesar’s Hotel and Casino. The agenda for the Social Event includes the swearing in of newly elected Trustees, presentation of awards and enjoyment of the Institute’s famous lamb chops and other refreshments.

Ronald D. Cucchiaro

John C. Gillespie

Richard P. Cushing

Michele R. Donato

Steve Goodell

NEW OFFICERS ELECTED AT ANNUAL MEETING

The Annual Meeting of the New Jersey Institute of Local Government Attorneys was held on Thursday, November 17, 2016 at the Atlantic City Convention Center. The meeting was chaired by President Robert F. Renaud and the agenda included the amendment of NJILGA’s By-Laws, the election of officers and trustees and other regular business.

Prior to holding elections, NJILGA Secretary and By-Laws Chairman Michele R. Donato presented a proposed amendment to the By-Laws clarifying that trustees may either reside in or maintain an office in their respective vicinage, and also establishing a maximum of six at-large trustees in addition to the regular and senior trustees. The proposed amendments were unanimously approved at the meeting. The Institute thanks Michele Donato for her efforts in researching and preparing the By-Law amendments. Click here for the full article.

Municipal Attorneys to Attend A Day at the Races

The New Jersey Institute of Local Government Attorneys will hold its annual Day at the Races at Monmouth Park Track, Oceanport, New Jersey on Friday, August 11, 2017 at 12:00 noon. Click here for more information.

NJILGA to Co-Sponsor Networking Social at Jersey Shore

The New Jersey Institute of Local Government Attorneys, together with the Municipal Court Section of the New Jersey State Bar Association, and other professional groups, are co-sponsoring a Happy Hour and Social Event for attorneys and business professionals. The annual summer event will be held on Friday, July 14 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Bar Anticipation, 703 16th Avenue in Lake Como/Belmar, NJ 07719. The event will feature a hot and cold buffet, reduced-price beverages, outdoor bands and prize giveaways. Each attendee is asked to bring a canned food donation for a community food bank. Don’t miss this summer opportunity to meet and network with other professionals at the Jersey Shore ! For further information on this event, please contact Kenneth Vercammen, Esq. at (732) 572-0500 or VercammenLaw@Njlaws.com

Successful Baseball Event

The Institute held its annual baseball event on July 12, 2017 at FirstEnergy Park, Lakewood Blue Claws Stadium in Lakewood. Members and guests enjoyed a buffet picnic prior to the baseball game. Event Chairman Ray Bolanowski reports that the threateninginclement weather held off long enough for completion of the game. Attendees, including children, appeared to have a great time. The Blue Claws were victorious over the Rome (NY) Braves by a final score of 6-1. Many thanks to Ray and his committee who worked on this event.

NJILGA BASEBALL EVENT A SUCCESS

The Institute held its annual baseball event on July 21, 2016 at the TD Bank Ballpark in Bridgewater. Members and guests enjoyed a buffet picnic prior to the baseball game. Event Chairman Ray Bolanowski reports that the weather was beautiful and the sold-out event included numerous children. The Patriots were victorious over the Sugarland (TX) Skeeters by a final score of 5-4. Many thanks to Ray and the other members who worked on this event.

MEMBERS AND GUESTS ENJOY DAY AT MONMOUTH TRACK

Winning jockey, Antonio Gallardo, is congratulated at NJILGA’s Day at the Races on Friday, August 5, 2016 by (L to R) NJILGA Past President, Michael Rubin, Past President, Peter Jost, Secretary, Michele Donato and Past President and Event Chairman, Nick Montenegro. Members and guests enjoyed a complimentary buffet luncheon and a panoramic view of the track in the air-conditioned Parterre Box. Many thanks to Chairman Nick Montenegro and his office for their excellent handling of this event

NEW JERSEY INSTITUTE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT ATTORNEYS SEEKS NOMINATIONS FOR AWARDS

The New Jersey Institute of Local Government Attorneys is seeking nominations for the "William M. Cox Award."

The "William M. Cox Award" was established to recognize an attorney or judge who has distinguished him/herself in the field of land use law. Click here for more information.

MUNICIPAL ATTORNEYS TO ATTEND A DAY AT THE RACES

The New Jersey Institute of Local Government Attorneys will hold its annual Day at the Races at Monmouth Park Track, Oceanport, New Jersey on Friday, August 5, 2016 at 12:00 noon. read more...

NJILGA Past President and Assistant NJLM Counsel, Edward J. Buzak, who represented the League in the New Jersey Supreme Court case decided on March 10, 2015, has written the following analysis of the Court’s decision. Buzak and Jonathan E, Drill, Esq., who also argued before the Supreme Court on behalf of three municipalities, recently participated in an update and round table discussion of the decision at a meeting of NJILGA’s Trustees on March 31, 2015 in New Brunswick. Attached are some of Mr. Buzak’s thoughts on the effects of the Supreme Court’s decision. Click here for additional information.Supreme Court Order

TO THE BAR
The Diplomate in New Jersey Local Government Law Program of
the New Jersey Institute of Local Government Attorneys is now
being offered in cooperation with the New Jersey Institute of
Continuing Legal Education. The Diplomate in New Jersey Local
Government Law expires in five years from the date of completion
of the course requirements of the program. In order to renew the
Diplomate, an individual must have completed 30 hours of
continuing legal education. A course and/or seminar taken to
satisfy the mandatory continuing legal education requirements of
the Supreme Court qualify for credit toward the 30 hours. Renewal
applications may be downloaded here. Any
questions should be directed to Trishka Waterbury Cecil at : (609) 921-6543, or trishka@mgplaw.com

Trustees Raise Dues

Acknowledging the need to balance the Institute’s budget, NJILGA’s Trustees voted at their January meeting to increase membership dues from $100 to $115. This is the first increase since 2010. Also increased were dues for additional members from the same firm, from $60 to $75, and the rate for subscription only to the Local Government Law Review, from $100 to $115. The assessment paid by Officers and Trustees to defray the cost of dinner meetings was increased from $150 to $200. The increases are effective for 2015.